On Sunday afternoon, March 23, the last weekend of Book Week, André Romijn welcomes his next guest in his interview series 'André's Guest': author and exhibition maker Marjoleine Molenaar.
Marjoleine, known for her book Banned Books, delves into the fascinating world of literature that has been banned over the centuries. During the interview, she will talk about her scavenger hunt through bookshelves and archives, which led to her extensive research into contemporary and historical books that ended up on pyres or were removed from libraries.
With her background in the library world and her personal fascination with the different ways people judge books, Marjoleine offers a unique perspective on the subject. She asks questions such as: What makes a book so dangerous that it is banned? Why do certain books remain controversial, even today? And despite that controversy, how can we continue to have a good conversation about these books?
In Banned Books Marjoleine discusses twenty-four stories of books banned for a variety of reasons, ranging from politics and religion to sexuality and magic. She challenges readers to think about the impact of these banned books and to engage in a conversation with an open mind about why a book is banned. Well-known titles such as Mein Kampf will be featured, as well as less obvious books such as Hunger Years, Girls of Riyadh and even the seemingly innocuous Where's Wally.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to join Marjoleine Molenaar in conversation about the history of banned books and the ongoing discussion around literature crossing borders. Reserve your spot soon and get inspired by her stories!
